Synonyms for

Creatures

Verb / ˈkri:tʃɜ:z / Another word for creatures — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

living beings, especially animals

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

beings organisms life forms entities

Informal

critters things beasties

Literary

denizens inhabitants fauna

Antonyms

humans people person man woman individual

Common collocations

  • wild creatures
  • strange creatures
  • mythical creatures
  • living creatures
  • small creatures
  • dangerous creatures
  • creatures of the night
  • creatures of habit

Word family

noun creature

Usage note

Generally refers to animals or non-human beings, but can sometimes be used metaphorically for people with unusual characteristics.

Example sentences

  1. The ocean is home to many different creatures like sharks, whales, and dolphins.
  2. The zoo has a variety of creatures from all over the world.
  3. We saw a lot of interesting creatures on our hike through the forest.
  4. My favorite creature is a unicorn because it's magical.
  5. Some creatures, like spiders and snakes, can be scary to some people.

Quotes

  • All creatures great and small...
  • We have more in common with the creatures we are afraid of than we realize.
  • The world is full of magical things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper.

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